Goldsborough Valley Cairns

The Goldsborough Valley of Cairns which thundered with the sounds of the picks and shovels has quiet amazingly transformed itself into a major tourist attraction. Now the place resounds with the soft murmurings of the water hitting the rocks that are occasionally interrupted by the swaying trees. Recognized as one of the most evergreen areas of North Queensland, the place likes between the high mountains of the Cairns. As the Mulgrave River flows out to meet the sea it bestows the and with a distinct beauty.

It has now become a prime destination for the locals. Locals have a great time as they camp around the area. The campsite at the end of the valley provides one with the necessary facilities that one requires for camping. There is an information center that can help out with all your queries. The camping site leads you to a small hiking track. If you follow this path you shall come across a waterfall. The Mulgrave River that flows along the site with a serpentine motion is a perfect place to swim and canoe.

Accessibility
The place can be accessed easily by buses. You can also take a taxi or access the place with your own car. It takes a little more than an hour to reach the pace. Avail the Bruce highway and move along it until you reach the cane farming of the town of Gordonvale. Cross the Peets Bridge that you would come across and then move along the sealed road.

Attractions
The Goldsborough Valley State Forests maintains a beautiful rainforest along the Mulgrave River that is the traditional home of some aboriginal tribes.

Things to do

- Picnicking
- Camping
- Canoeing
- Walking

Best time to visit
The place is so beautiful that you would love to0 visit all the year round. But in order to feel the thrill of adventure sports the time between Marchs to May is the best to be to be on the place.

General information
It is always suggested nit to dive or jump in the river as many pools are swallow. Tourists are advised to wear shoes while swimming. Carry drinking water. If you are interested in bush walking then wear a hat and apply sunscreen

Hotels in Cairns
Queenslander Apartments	Tropical Queenslander Hotel
Balinese Hotel	Figtree Lodge
Heritage Hotel	Southern Cross Hotel